Where to Go in September

As September ushers in the subtle transition to autumn, it's the perfect opportunity for a brief escape to soak up the last rays of summer sun. Our team of travel experts has thoughtfully compiled a selection of great places to travel in September, setting the stage for you to begin planning your getaway.

WHERE TO TRAVEL IN SEPTEMBER

Papua New Guinea

If you are wondering where to travel in September for warm weather and spectacular adventure, Papua New Guinea is the perfect destination. Dive into Milne Bay’s vibrant reef, swim with pods of dolphins and climb the towering Mount Tavurvur volcano. Learn to live like the Huli Wigmen tribe, hunting and foraging in the jungle, and stay in a traditional kunai grass house or a luxury jungle camp. Witness the Baining Fire Dancers perform ancient rituals, meet the Crocodile Men of the Sepik River and drift downstream in a traditional dugout canoe.

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Namibia

Spend September in one of the least crowded destinations on Earth, experiencing Namibia’s wild beauty and extraordinary wildlife alongside safari specialists, local tribesmen and expert guides. Climb Sossusveli’s red dunes at sunrise, cross the desert on quad bikes and fly in a helicopter over the hauntingly beautiful Skeleton Coast, spotting shipwrecks and elephants in the shifting sands below. Spend your days in Damaraland tracking wildlife with the San Bushmen, and your nights stargazing at the Milky Way with an expert astronomer, before unwinding in your luxury tented camp.  

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Portugal

For its world-class wineries and spectacular surfing conditions, Portugal is one of the best destinations to visit in September. Explore Sintra’s fairytale castles and Lisbon’s azulejo-tiled palaces on exclusive after-hours tours. Surf Atlantic swells with professional instructors, ride motorbikes through Douro’s terraced vineyards and visit boutique estates to taste the finest amphora wines. Embark on a culinary tour of Lisbon led by a food connoisseur, dine to soulful Fado performances, and spend an evening stargazing above Alqueva Lake with a world-renowned astrophotographer.

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Slovenia

Step into a Slovenian fairytale, exploring snow-dusted mountains, storybook castles and glittering lakes. Hike through the Julian Alps with seasoned mountaineers, glide across Lake Bled in a traditional pletna boat and indulge in world-class wine tastings in the Vipava Valley. Explore vast underground cave systems, cycle through pristine national parks with a naturalist and dine in extraordinary locations, from candlelit coal mines to suspended cable cars in the mountains. For its natural beauty and outdoor adventure, Slovenia is one of the best places to travel in September.

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Canada

As the first signs of autumn sweep through British Columbia and the Rockies, Canada’s wilderness awakens. Track grizzly bears alongside expert naturalists, soar above glaciers in a helicopter and touch down in remote fjords for spectacular fly fishing, before retreating to your remote mountain lodge. Board a private seaplane with Pelorus Aviation and fly to the Pacific isles, before touching down in white sandy bays to kayak through secluded bays as otters and seals surface beside you. The beauty of Canada is that you can experience a blend of nature’s wonders, from snow-capped mountains to white sand beaches, all in one unforgettable day.

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Madagascar

Spend September exploring Madagascar with leading scientists, specialist guides, and environmental experts by your side. Follow a renowned primatologist through bamboo forests and thermal springs, searching for rare lemurs and endemic bird species. Rise at dawn for a heli flight over the dramatic stone forests of Tsingy de Bemaraha, before touching down on the west coast for snorkelling, scuba diving or submarine excursions with a marine biologist onboard. For those who seek the thrill of a sea bound adventure, Pelorus Yachting can arrange for a private charter to take you to the most stunning and secluded spots on the island, encountering humpback whales and extraordinary marine life along the way.

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